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MATH 3073

DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
SUMMER 2016
INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Christian Constanda

OFFICE

KEH 3225

OFFICE HOURS

Daily 45 pm, or by appointment

TELEPHONE

918 631 3068

E-MAIL

christian-constanda@utulsa.edu

HOME PAGE

http://www.ens.utulsa.edu/consta

PREREQUISITES

Math 2024 (Calculus II)

DESCRIPTION

This course provides the required background knowledge of differential equations for
scientists and engineers in their studies and later professional careers. Topics covered
include first-order equations (linear, separable, homogeneous, Bernoulli, Riccati, exact), linear equations of second and higher order (homogeneous and nonhomogeneous,
the methods of undetermined coefficients and variation of parameters, Cauchy-Euler
equations), systems of linear equations (the eigenvalue-eigenvector technique, stability of solutions, phase-plane analysis), the Laplace transformation method for linear
equations and systems, and applications to models of real-life processes and phenomena.

TEXTBOOK

The prescribed/required textbook is Differential Equations: A Primer for Scientists


and Engineers by Christian Constanda, Springer, New York, 2013. ISBN 978-1-46147296-4. The great majority of the examples presented in class will be similar, but not
identical, to those in the book.
In a course at this level, errors indicative of incorrect knowledge of elementary mathematical manipulation will not be tolerated and, when encountered in students work,
will be penalized accordingly. Some of the most frequently made errors of this nature
are discussed in the book Dude, Can You Count? by Christian Constanda, Springer,
London, 2009, ISBN 978-1-84882-538-3. This is recommendedbut not required
reading.

HOMEWORK

All the questions in the book are considered homework questions. Students are
strongly advised to attempt them all. Homework will not be collected or graded.

GRADING

There will be three 100-minute, 100-point class tests, on June 2, June 13, and June
24, during the normal class time. The average score of these tests will determine the
final grade. No additional work will be available for extra credit.

MAKEUPS

No makeup tests will be given, nor will such be administered on days and/or at times
other than those specified above. A missed test will automatically attract a score of 0.
In exceptional circumstances, when a test is missed for valid reasons (such as illness,
justified by an appropriate medical certificate indicating that the student is unfit to
sit the test, and notified to the instructor before the start of the test; or attendance
at a professional conferencesupported by a note to this effect from the member of
faculty responsible for the students participation at that event), a makeup might be
considered at the discretion of the instructor. No makeup will be given for travel
home booked for the day of a test (or earlier).

DISABILITIES

Students with disabilities recognized by the Center for Student Academic Support
may be allowed, on production of a letter to this effect from the Center, to take the
tests in the Center, on the same dates and starting at the same time as the regular
tests.
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ATTENDANCE

Consistent class attendance is essential. Excessive absences or tardiness will not be


accepted and may have an adverse effect on the final grade. Cell phones and other
similar devices must remain switched off during lectures. No texting or other silent
use of a cell phone is allowed. Students who leave the room to answer a phone call
will not be allowed back in.

MISCONDUCT

The University of Tulsa, College of Engineering and Natural Sciences, and Department
of Mathematics policies on academic misconduct will be strictly followed.

CLASSROOM CONDUCT DURING TESTS


Students must bring their ID cards to every test and be prepared to produce them when requested by the
instructor. Failure to do so may result in a score of 0 for that test.
No mechanical or electronic devices can be used during a test (they must be switched off and put away).
All bags and other materials except writing implements must be placed on the floor.
Students must not communicate with one another in any way during a test.
Test papers must not be unstapled.
Additional writing paper, if needed, will be provided by the instructor.
Baseball caps (or any other type of cap) must not be worn.
Students who leave the classroom during a test will not be allowed back in.
Cheating is dishonorable and reprehensible. Anyone caught cheating will be punished most severely.

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